Transcontinental Railroads

Focusing on the transformative impact of railroads in the 19th Century, this book explores the societal changes and challenges arising from their construction and operation in North America. It encourages readers to critically evaluate source materials regarding the motivations behind the railroads, the labor involved in their creation, and their effects on the movement of people and goods. Key themes include settlement, nation-building, and the contrasting experiences of those who benefited from railroad expansion versus those who suffered losses.